Residents Flee Sokoto Villages as Bello Turji Issues New Threat

Residents Flee Sokoto Villages as Bello Turji Issues New Threat

Residents Flee Sokoto Villages as Bello Turji Issues New Threat Residents of communities in the eastern part of Sokoto State, especially Tidibale, a small agrarian community in Isa Local Government Area, have started fleeing in large numbers, following fresh threats and warnings issued by bandits’ kingpin, Bello Turji. Turji’s threats came at a time when at least five persons, including a former councillor and 2019 Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, House […]

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Nigerian Army inducts 3,439 new recruits as chief urges loyalty and discipline

By Zainab Uzomah The Nigerian Army has inducted 3,439 newly trained soldiers, with the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, urging them to uphold loyalty, discipline and professionalism as they begin their military careers. In a statement signed by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the new soldiers are members of the 89 Regular Intake who completed six months of training at the Depot […]

December 13, 2025 20

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Army Chief Unveils New Properties Headquarters, Pledges Better Welfare for Soldiers

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has inaugurated the new corporate headquarters of the Nigerian Army Properties Limited (NAPL) in Abuja, describing the project as a key step in strengthening welfare and boosting professionalism within the military. Speaking at the ceremony in Asokoro on Thursday, Gen Shaibu said the facility reflects the Army’s wider push to modernise its administrative systems and improve conditions for personnel. He described […]

December 5, 2025 29

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Tinubu Nominates Gen. Christopher Musa as New Defence Minister

By Zainab Uzomah President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated former Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence following the resignation of Mohammed Badaru Abubakar on Monday. In a statement released by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga on his X handle, the Presidency confirmed that a formal nomination letter had been transmitted to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, […]

December 2, 2025 20

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FCT Minister Flags Off Construction of New Magistrate Court in Jabi District

By Toffa Momoh, Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has flagged off the construction of a new Magistrate Court complex in Jabi District of Abuja. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony, Wike emphasized that the project was part of the FCT Administration's renewed commitment to enhancing the justice sector and ensuring the swift dispensation of justice, which he said aligns with the President’s vision for the […]

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2027: ADC Swears in New Interim Leaders at 99th NEC Meeting in Abuja

By Toffa Momoh, Abuja The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has inaugurated a new interim leadership during its 99th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held in Abuja. Senator David Mark was sworn in as Interim National Chairman, with former Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, appointed as Interim National Secretary. In his address, Senator Mark pledged to promote internal democracy, transparency, and inclusivity within the party. He announced a 35% reservation […]

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FCT Minister Bags Honorary Doctor of Science Degree… Commissions New Uniport Convocation Arena

(L-R) Chairman, board, TETFUND, Bello Masari, Governor Fintiri of Adamawa state, representative of the first Lady, Sen Remi Tinubu, Senior Special Assistant to the President, Public Affairs and Strategy, Office of the First Lady, Hon. Wahab Alawiye-King , FCT Minister Barr Nyesom Wike at their conferment of honorary Doctor of Science degree by the University of Port Harcourt By Toffa Momoh, Abuja The FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has stressed the […]

July 28, 2025 29

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INEC Chairman Swears in Six New RECs

By Toffa Momoh, Abuja The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu has swore in Dr. Sa’ad Umar Idris into office along side five other appointees as Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs), in a swearing in ceremony convened by the electoral umpire. The INEC Boss, Prof. Yakubu, who administered the oath of office, assisted by the Director of Legal Drafting and Clearance department, Mrs. Rakiya A. Nau’zo, […]

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Nollywood to Premiere Powerful New Film: “My Family and the Bandit” in Lokoja

By Toffa Momoh, Abuja Nollywood is set to premiere a new and gripping movie titled My Family and the Bandit on May 31, 2025, at the prestigious Wisdom Plaza in Lokoja, the Kogi State capital. The announcement was made by the Chief Executive Officer of Omedia Nigeria Limited, Mr. Orits Gee, who also serves as the film’s producer. According to Orits Gee, "My Family and the Bandit," explores the harrowing […]

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